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“Electronically controlled 2-D reflector promises improved microwave communications, beam steering without moving pieces, and one-way microwave mirrors Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory are reinventing the mirror, at least for microwaves, potentially replacing the familiar 3-D dishes and microwave horns …
“Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists have developed a new quantum computing algorithm that offers a clearer understanding of the quantum-to-classical transition, which could help model systems on the cusp of quantum and classical worlds, such as biological proteins, and also …
“Efforts to create reliable light-based quantum computing, quantum key distribution for cybersecurity, and other technologies got a boost from a new study demonstrating an innovative method for creating thin films to control the emission of single photons. “Efficiently controlling certain …
News Carbon nanotube optics poised to provide pathway to optical-based quantum cryptography and quantum computing
“Researchers at Los Alamos and partners in France and Germany are exploring the enhanced potential of carbon nanotubes as single-photon emitters for quantum information processing. Their analysis of progress in the field is published in this week’s edition of …
“‘Lighthouse’ detectors minimize workers’ exposure to dangerous radiation Innovative “lighthouse” detectors that use a sweeping beam to quickly pinpoint a radiation source in seconds are reducing radiation exposure for workers and opening up new areas for robotic monitoring to avoid …
“A potential revolution in device engineering could be underway, thanks to the discovery of functional electronic interfaces in quantum materials that can self-assemble spontaneously. Highly adaptive electronics could be created using quantum features A potential revolution in device engineering could …
“Colossal magnetoresistance at terahertz frequencies in thin composites boosts novel memory devices operated at extremely high speed. Electronics could work faster if they could read and write data at terahertz frequency, rather than at a few gigahertz. Creating such devices …
“First known material capable of emitting single photons at room temperature and telecom wavelengths. The Science Knowing the details of the quantum world—electrons and packets of light called photons—could radically improve computers and sensors. A critical component to …
“In the study, a collaborative research team showed that Raman spectroscopy (a form of light scattering) can provide more extensive characterization of intertube excitons. Nanotechnology researchers studying small bundles of carbon nanotubes have discovered an optical signature showing excitons bound …
“Engineered quantum dots could bring down the cost of solar electricity Using two types of “designer” quantum dots, researchers are creating double-pane solar windows that generate electricity with greater efficiency and create shading and insulation for good measure. It’s …